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Tue, 3 Mar 2015 15:08:59 PSTBLOX v1.01DIY boot dryerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-boot-dryer/
DIY boot dryer - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 Feb 2015 18:26:55 PSTHow to make a Jellyfish in a Bottlehttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Jellyfish-in-a-Bottle/
How to make a Jellyfish in a Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FV4/E4E1/H15NE49K/FV4E4E1H15NE49K.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FV4/E4E1/H15NE49K/FV4E4E1H15NE49K.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FV4/E4E1/H15NE49K/FV4E4E1H15NE49K.SMALL.jpgcraftknowitall When I showed this to my 3 year old grandson, his comment was “Wow!” and when it was time to go home; he wanted to take it home with him. Yes, it’s that much fun, as well as easy and cheap because you use stuff from your recycle bin to create it. So here is how to make a Jellyfish in a Bottle. ...By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:52:34 PDTedible peanut butter play doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/edible-peanut-butter-play-dough/
edible peanut butter play dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:48:16 PSTMake a Hand Turkeyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Hand-Turkey/
Make a Hand Turkey - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:58:55 PSTSnugli To Ergonomical Carrier Transformationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Snugli-To-Ergonomical-Carrier-Transformation/
Snugli To Ergonomical Carrier Transformation - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F4U/8ETA/I2AQZGWW/F4U8ETAI2AQZGWW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4U/8ETA/I2AQZGWW/F4U8ETAI2AQZGWW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4U/8ETA/I2AQZGWW/F4U8ETAI2AQZGWW.SMALL.jpgjerrica.blakey Warnings While I have done this transformation twice now, and have successfully carried my baby in the carriers I have made... I would like to state I'm not responsible for the safety of your child after using these instructions. When DIYing baby carriers, it is always best to use your finest ju...By: jerrica.blakey

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 9 Nov 2014 21:38:47 PSTThe Wall Rulerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Wall-Ruler/
The Wall Ruler - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/TVXL/I1K3N0D2/F0FTVXLI1K3N0D2.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/TVXL/I1K3N0D2/F0FTVXLI1K3N0D2.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/TVXL/I1K3N0D2/F0FTVXLI1K3N0D2.SMALL.jpgpaintedtherapyCreate a visual keepsake of your growing children. This is easily removable if you relocate and can fit in with any decor. Get a good ole' piece of rustic wood Of course you could use new pine at the local big box store, but I love the rustic look. I found this door at the landfill and brought it...By: paintedtherapy

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 22 Oct 2014 04:01:03 PDTSupermom's Guide for How to Navigate the Cloth Diaper Worldhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Supermoms-Guide-for-How-to-Navigate-the-Cloth-Diap/
Supermom's Guide for How to Navigate the Cloth Diaper World - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SMALL.jpgCarebearmomYou are intrigued by the idea. Perhaps you want to save money. Perhaps you want to save the planet. Perhaps you just think they are so darn cute, but YOU are so darn overwhelmed about where to start!All cloth diapering moms have been there, so I hope this tutorial helps! This Instructable is not...By: Carebearmom

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 18 Oct 2014 10:35:29 PDTSimple Lightsaberhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Lightsaber/
Simple Lightsaber - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SMALL.jpgtinymakerMy five year old wanted to be Darth Vader for Halloween and we came up with this simple lightsaber design that was easy enough for him to assemble with only limited help from his dad. Here's a three minute video explaining the build. Materials a rigid PVC or polycarbonate tube with a one inch di...By: tinymaker

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 14 Oct 2014 13:41:06 PDTHOW TO PLAN A FUN TREASURE HUNThttp://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-TO-PLAN-A-FUN-TREASURE-HUNT/
HOW TO PLAN A FUN TREASURE HUNT - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 7 Sep 2014 16:18:38 PDTKids Light Matrixhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Light-Matrix/
Kids Light Matrix - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SMALL.jpgRyan MacKenzieThis is a weekend project for the family. Primarily aimed for kids around the age of two who love to switch on and off lights. What you will need Tools:Wire cutters Wire strippersSoldering iron Hot glue Screw drivers16mm holesawrulerConsumables:All consumables except for box were purchased from...By: Ryan MacKenzie

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 5 Sep 2014 07:02:00 PDTMakedo Cardboard Treasure Chesthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Cardboard-Treasure-Chest/
Makedo Cardboard Treasure Chest - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FS0/OJ8N/H9T4QEH2/FS0OJ8NH9T4QEH2.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FS0/OJ8N/H9T4QEH2/FS0OJ8NH9T4QEH2.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FS0/OJ8N/H9T4QEH2/FS0OJ8NH9T4QEH2.SMALL.jpgmakedo-ableWhether you’re playing Pirate or you just need somewhere to hide away those most treasured toys, this Makedo Treasure Chest will really come in handy. We’ve made ours using a cardboard box, some card sheet and Makedo parts available from mymakedo.com Sketch out the pattern To make your Toy Treasu...By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 25 Nov 2012 16:53:55 PSTCreate a Maker Space for Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-Maker-Space-for-Kids/
Create a Maker Space for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 2 Sep 2014 06:30:25 PDTDIY Construction Paper Solar Printshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Construction-Paper-Solar-Prints/
DIY Construction Paper Solar Prints - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsOn a camping trip with our new Cub Scout troop and their families, one of the projects that was done while we were there was to meet Elective 12a, making solar prints as part of the Nature Crafts Elective that we were trying to fulfill while on this camping trip.The Cub Scouts all picked out their r...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 18 Aug 2014 08:51:25 PDTMobility Scooter Kids Jeephttp://www.instructables.com/id/Mobility-Scooter-Kids-Jeep/
Mobility Scooter Kids Jeep - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 15 Aug 2014 06:02:22 PDTVintage Mail Box for Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Mail-Box-for-Kids/
Vintage Mail Box for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SMALL.jpgamalkhanIt's that time of the year when being outside is absolutely magical for kids. I decided to up that ante with a mailbox just for them! Now they can receive "letters" and post their own mail! A little Imagination is all you need!See how I transform a boring old mailbox into a colorful, vintage mailbox...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 29 Jun 2014 16:21:35 PDTDIY Sidewalk Chalkhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sidewalk-Chalk/
DIY Sidewalk Chalk - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SMALL.jpgcreativity123Are you tired of buying sidewalk chalk to draw on the sidewalk every summer? Well, you found the right instructable! This DIY Sidewalk Chalk is perfect for drawing on the sidewalk and it is washable! Drawing on the sidewalk can be very fun, so let's start making our own DIY Sidewalk Chalk! :) Gath...By: creativity123

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 13:48:20 PDTBackyard Forthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-Fort/
Backyard Fort - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 08:52:02 PDTCardboard barrel biplane. The Flyin' Lionhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-barrel-biplane-The-Flyin-Lion/
Cardboard barrel biplane. The Flyin' Lion - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SMALL.jpgtrip janzenThis Instructable will show how I built a two seat biplane using cardboard barrels, an old garden cart and a ceiling fan. This plane was designed to tow behind a small garden tractor. As always when working with any tools always wear safety glasses and wear appropriate safety gear for what you are d...By: trip janzen

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 10 Jun 2014 13:16:56 PDTKids play table made out of an old coffee table.http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-play-table-made-out-of-an-old-coffee-table/
Kids play table made out of an old coffee table. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SMALL.jpgtrip janzenI had an old glass topped coffee table that was missing the glass and rather than throw away a sturdy table on wheels I gave it a new top and created a place for my daughter to play. Old coffee table This Instructable shows you how I built a play table if you would like to build something similar...By: trip janzen

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 30 May 2014 01:02:08 PDTRainbow Bubble Cloud Makershttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Bubble-Cloud-Makers/
Rainbow Bubble Cloud Makers - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy children and I spent a wonderful Memorial Day playing together, not something I get to do with them daily because of my choice of career.One of the things we did that day was go outside an make these recycled plastic bottle and duct-taped sock bubble makers.I had the hardest time coming up with a...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 30 May 2014 09:56:04 PDTSilky, Stretchy, Conditioner & Cornstarch Play Doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Silky-Stretchy-Two-Ingredient-Play-Dough/
Silky, Stretchy, Conditioner & Cornstarch Play Dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy children and I recently tried out another two-ingredient play dough recipe that I want to share with you. An inexpensive project (in the states,) it was played with for a good thirty minutes and began drying out after about an hour.A few notes:(1) The most important piece of advice I can give is...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 24 May 2014 22:10:55 PDTRainbow Loom Ladder Braclethttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Loom-Ladder-Braclet/
Rainbow Loom Ladder Braclet - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FGS/J7PE/HQ5K2GE1/FGSJ7PEHQ5K2GE1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGS/J7PE/HQ5K2GE1/FGSJ7PEHQ5K2GE1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGS/J7PE/HQ5K2GE1/FGSJ7PEHQ5K2GE1.SMALL.jpgshan_2004This is a very easy and fun braclet to make. Hope you enjoy! Materials You will need: a loom, hook, elastics and a C clip. Placing The Elastics First pick three colours and start at the center peg.Put your outside colour out to the left and right peg. Now with the same colour, go all the way...By: shan_2004

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 7 Jan 2014 12:35:28 PSTLamp Bookendshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Lamp-Bookends/
Lamp Bookends - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SMALL.jpganayaphotoThese are lamp bookends I made for my baby's room. The were made with a lasercutter, 3d printer, and a disc sander. I will show you the process and hopefully you can learn from some of my mistakes. The Design Process I made the outlines for the cuts in illustrator. A tip here would be to set the...By: anayaphoto

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 16 May 2014 01:02:33 PDTRC Power Wheels For A Disabled Childhttp://www.instructables.com/id/RC-Power-Wheels-For-A-Disabled-Child/
RC Power Wheels For A Disabled Child - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SMALL.jpgHaunted Spider Meet Oliver and his power wheels jeep. Oliver is the grandson of a good friend of mine. Oliver has Cerebral Palsy, but don't let him fool you, he loves to ride around in a power wheels vehicle just like every other kid. Oliver has an issue with some spastic movements which keep him from driving th...By: Haunted Spider

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 12 May 2014 03:31:21 PDTDIY Diaper Rash Creamhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Diaper-Rash-Cream/
DIY Diaper Rash Cream - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SMALL.jpgamalkhanThose poor baby bottoms suffer quite a bit! Think about it: all that booty movement, chaffing, not to mention wearing relentless un-breathing diapers that make air circulation on sensitive parts a joke! Enter in the life-changing diaper rash creme! This stuff is miraculous in that it can gently soot...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:56:04 PDTHow To Make Cascaroneshttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Cascarones/
How To Make Cascarones - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MJ8M/GMG2IBQ6/FD1MJ8MGMG2IBQ6.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MJ8M/GMG2IBQ6/FD1MJ8MGMG2IBQ6.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MJ8M/GMG2IBQ6/FD1MJ8MGMG2IBQ6.SMALL.jpgAliciaMD84Cascarones, pronounced kas-ka-ron-ez, are a Mexican tradition used for Easter, Cinco de Mayo and other celebrations. It is an egg shell filled with confetti used to crack over someone's head and shower them with the confetti inside. It might sound strange, but it's actually really fun. Children and ...By: AliciaMD84

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:18:20 PDTDIY Dinosaur Eggshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dinosaur-Eggs/
DIY Dinosaur Eggs - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy oldest son was learning about dinosaurs in his class and it gave me motivation to do these Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Dinosaur Eggs (or rocks if you don't want to shape them into eggs.) We had all the ingredients, but I would suspect that some people may not have sand readily available to them. It on...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 5 Apr 2014 15:30:12 PDTNo Cook Play Doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/No-Cook-Play-Dough/
No Cook Play Dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SMALL.jpgamalkhan Play dough is the stuff childhood is made out of. Even better if the child could make the play dough! With this no cook recipe, you could have a pint-sized assistant make this half-pint of wonderful dough! Some interesting facts about this play dough recipe: because of the amount of salt used, i...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 27 Mar 2014 21:48:13 PDTTinker Sprinklerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Tinker-Sprinkler/
Tinker Sprinkler - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/KVDO/H58P33S1/F89KVDOH58P33S1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/KVDO/H58P33S1/F89KVDOH58P33S1.SQUARE.jpghttp://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/KVDO/H58P33S1/F89KVDOH58P33S1.SMALL.jpgcjpetitIf you or the kids enjoy playing with Tinker Toys, you will love playing with these sprinkler parts. Everything can be found at you local hardware store for hours of outside fun with or without the water. I created this project for my 3 younger brothers. They love to play and build things in the wa...By: cjpetit

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 3 Aug 2012 16:15:41 PDTHomemade pom-poms so you can get yer cheer on Super Bowl Sundayhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-pom-poms-so-you-can-get-yer-cheer-on-Supe/
Homemade pom-poms so you can get yer cheer on Super Bowl Sunday - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FK5/CW87/FQHNMWYM/FK5CW87FQHNMWYM.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FK5/CW87/FQHNMWYM/FK5CW87FQHNMWYM.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FK5/CW87/FQHNMWYM/FK5CW87FQHNMWYM.SMALL.jpgDoubleDutcheryThis Sunday, like millions of Americans throughout the nation, you'll find yourself planting your booty on a comfortable couch, a manly-sized plate of cheesy chili-buffalo wing nachos strategically balanced on your knees, one hand cradling a soft drink cozy containing a freezing cold beverage, the ...By: DoubleDutchery

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:56:13 PSTSkylanders Birthday Partyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Skylanders-Birthday-Party/
Skylanders Birthday Party - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F2P/RGZ9/HQF9FUEU/F2PRGZ9HQF9FUEU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2P/RGZ9/HQF9FUEU/F2PRGZ9HQF9FUEU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2P/RGZ9/HQF9FUEU/F2PRGZ9HQF9FUEU.SMALL.jpgecsaul23My son Zander just turned 7 and chose the ever popular Skylanders for the theme. Skylanders has been around a little while now and there have been 3 versions released thus far: Spyro's Adventure, Giants, and Swap Force. He wasn't particular about which version so we just did a general Skylanders the...By: ecsaul23

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 11:17:30 PSTSilly Puttyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Silly-Putty/
Silly Putty - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FNW/EMMU/HQMN43ME/FNWEMMUHQMN43ME.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNW/EMMU/HQMN43ME/FNWEMMUHQMN43ME.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNW/EMMU/HQMN43ME/FNWEMMUHQMN43ME.SMALL.jpgamalkhanThat weird sensory stuff kids and adults alike get a kick out it. Even if you don't like to admit how fun it is to play with, silly putty's bizarre texture and chemistry is definitely therapeutic. Well, who knew you could make it out of three simple ingredients you probably already have lying around...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 19 Jan 2014 16:59:46 PSTCloud Doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cloud-Dough/
Cloud Dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F0J/YONZ/HQF9G162/F0JYONZHQF9G162.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0J/YONZ/HQF9G162/F0JYONZHQF9G162.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0J/YONZ/HQF9G162/F0JYONZHQF9G162.SMALL.jpgamalkhanLet me introduce you to an extra 15 minutes of your life you didn't know were there because your kids monopolize any free moment you can manage. Two words. Cloud Dough. We should really rename it to Cloud 9 Dough, because while they'll be having a sensory blast with the dough, you can sit back and r...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 14 Jan 2014 13:11:31 PSTRainbow Loom: Starbursthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Loom-Starburst/
Rainbow Loom: Starburst - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F1N/3TER/HQ5K2MXC/F1N3TERHQ5K2MXC.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1N/3TER/HQ5K2MXC/F1N3TERHQ5K2MXC.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1N/3TER/HQ5K2MXC/F1N3TERHQ5K2MXC.SMALL.jpgshayna14This starburst bracelet is fun and (somewhat) easy. I hope that you will enjoy this *step by step* instructions. Materials The materials that you will need are:Your loomYour hook or a crochet hookThree or more colours of elasticsC or S clip Placing The Bands Take your first colour and place ...By: shayna14

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 7 Jan 2014 14:10:44 PSTTV Protectorhttp://www.instructables.com/id/TV-Protector/
TV Protector - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F0L/RDBR/HJKBTYTW/F0LRDBRHJKBTYTW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0L/RDBR/HJKBTYTW/F0LRDBRHJKBTYTW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0L/RDBR/HJKBTYTW/F0LRDBRHJKBTYTW.SMALL.jpgpudtinyWhen our son became a button pressing, knob turning toddler it was time to protect the TV and other AV equipment with a physical barrier. The only option to buy seemed to be fire guard type things which were all far too tall. So I made the crayon fence. Tools and Supplies Supplies: The crayons a...By: pudtiny

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 15 Aug 2013 05:50:47 PDTHow to build a Safe and Strong Baby Gatehttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-Safe-and-Strong-Baby-Gate/
How to build a Safe and Strong Baby Gate - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:57:21 PSTReUse ReMake Crayonshttp://www.instructables.com/id/ReUse-ReMake-Crayons/
ReUse ReMake Crayons - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FX0/P7V7/FPQLBRC9/FX0P7V7FPQLBRC9.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX0/P7V7/FPQLBRC9/FX0P7V7FPQLBRC9.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX0/P7V7/FPQLBRC9/FX0P7V7FPQLBRC9.SMALL.jpgSomArtMamaWe are working on Valentines gifts for my daughters pre-school class. Last week when I was cleaning I found about 100 broken crayons and I decided it was time to remake them into cute gifts. I also asked her teacher if she had any broken crayons she would like to see recycled, she has a huge bucket ...By: SomArtMama

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:48:20 PSTMason Jar Turned Sippy Cuphttp://www.instructables.com/id/Mason-Jar-Turned-Sippy-Cup/
Mason Jar Turned Sippy Cup - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/N8E8/HNE3XKP5/FWPN8E8HNE3XKP5.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/N8E8/HNE3XKP5/FWPN8E8HNE3XKP5.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/N8E8/HNE3XKP5/FWPN8E8HNE3XKP5.SMALL.jpgamalkhanMason jars have many uses, and here's one more to add to that ever expanding list! Now hipster toddlers can chat legos at the playground while sipping juice! Glass (read: non-plastic) food and beverage containers for kids are becoming increasingly popular. So lets hack our own version from items th...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 4 Nov 2013 09:53:59 PSTVertical Wind Tunnel for Kids' Toys and Ballshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Vertical-Wind-Tunnel-for-Kids-Toys-and-Balls/
Vertical Wind Tunnel for Kids' Toys and Balls - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/5FEY/HMMFCOR3/FIW5FEYHMMFCOR3.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/5FEY/HMMFCOR3/FIW5FEYHMMFCOR3.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/5FEY/HMMFCOR3/FIW5FEYHMMFCOR3.SMALL.jpgewilhelmFor my 4-year-old's birthday party, I built a wind tunnel for her and her friends to "test" the flight characteristics of stuffed animals, balls, toys, and anything else that fit into the 4-inch diameter tube. Powered by an air pump (normally used for a bouncy house), the tunnel was oriented vertica...By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 3 Nov 2013 18:58:40 PSTEASY MODE: "Ponyo" Wall Muralhttp://www.instructables.com/id/EASY-MODE-Ponyo-Wall-Mural/
EASY MODE: "Ponyo" Wall Mural - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F7U/5Q5H/HN825KIP/F7U5Q5HHN825KIP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7U/5Q5H/HN825KIP/F7U5Q5HHN825KIP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7U/5Q5H/HN825KIP/F7U5Q5HHN825KIP.SMALL.jpgSars JonesI always knew that I would paint a mural for my daughters room. I started brainstorming about themes late in my third trimester. Then finally one day, while we were snuggled up on the couch about to watch "Ponyo," I had my moment. As I watched the opening title sequence I was struck my the simpli...By: Sars Jones

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 26 Oct 2013 16:34:43 PDTCardboard Buzz Lightyear jet pack with retractable wings in 30 minutes.http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Buzz-Lightyear-jet-pack-with-retractable/
Cardboard Buzz Lightyear jet pack with retractable wings in 30 minutes. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FNY/UD7G/JOJEYWDIN2D/FNYUD7GJOJEYWDIN2D.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNY/UD7G/JOJEYWDIN2D/FNYUD7GJOJEYWDIN2D.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNY/UD7G/JOJEYWDIN2D/FNYUD7GJOJEYWDIN2D.SMALL.jpgc4l3bMy 3 year old is a big Toy story fan. He has recently begun running around and acting like buzz lightyear. I thought it would be fun to make a quick cardboard cutout in the shape of buzz's wings. I got a little carried away. Overall, the project still only required a little string(or wire) a card...By: c4l3b

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 5 Mar 2007 08:48:40 PSTDIY Styrofoam Stampshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Thermocol-Sheet-Stamps/
DIY Styrofoam Stamps - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F8U/HV8H/I6HSMFZC/F8UHV8HI6HSMFZC.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8U/HV8H/I6HSMFZC/F8UHV8HI6HSMFZC.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8U/HV8H/I6HSMFZC/F8UHV8HI6HSMFZC.SMALL.jpgMuhaiminah FaizThis instructable will show you how to make stamps using styrofoam. These stamps are easy and fun to make. I didn't realize until I stamped one to see how it turns out, that the styrofoam stamps give a cool smudgy pattern. Try making some right away, you'll have fun for sure! Lets start! Material...By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 6 Oct 2013 03:52:09 PDTMake Your Room Awesomehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Room-Awesome/
Make Your Room Awesome - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 29 Sep 2013 11:50:14 PDTQuality bow and arrow gift for kids--cheap, sturdy and fasthttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-PVC-bow-and-arrow-gift-for-kids-cheap-sturdy-a/
Quality bow and arrow gift for kids--cheap, sturdy and fast - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/GHP6/HLZRXACT/F2TGHP6HLZRXACT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/GHP6/HLZRXACT/F2TGHP6HLZRXACT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/GHP6/HLZRXACT/F2TGHP6HLZRXACT.SMALL.jpglaserdadNeed a gift for a birthday party? Be the hero with the kids when you bust out a homemade bow and arrow set that actually works, is safe, and doesn't break. Sturdy PVC pipe and 1/16" steel cable for the bow, and a wooden dowel capped with a rubber foot does the trick! Budget $10 for parts and 45-60 ...By: laserdad

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 28 Sep 2013 20:29:00 PDTFairy Doorhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Fairy-Door/
Fairy Door - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F4E/B9HS/HLZRUW8I/F4EB9HSHLZRUW8I.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4E/B9HS/HLZRUW8I/F4EB9HSHLZRUW8I.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4E/B9HS/HLZRUW8I/F4EB9HSHLZRUW8I.SMALL.jpgScarydadMake a Fairy Door to let the Little People in and out! My daughter loves this. One day we were at the Renaissance Festival and saw these for sale. Of course, I said, "I can do that! Materials: 1/2" Plywood 1/8" Plywood Hinges Wooden furniture button Reflective scrapbook paper or foil Paints Wood...By: Scarydad

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 21 Sep 2013 18:39:40 PDTSoap Box Derby Carthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soap-Box-Derby-Cart/
Soap Box Derby Cart - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FED/4BV3/HL9X2G5M/FED4BV3HL9X2G5M.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FED/4BV3/HL9X2G5M/FED4BV3HL9X2G5M.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FED/4BV3/HL9X2G5M/FED4BV3HL9X2G5M.SMALL.jpgGarethMorrisThis a simple soap box cart that my son and I built for my 9year old daughter so she could enter the Trowbridge Carnival Soap Box derby Basic Frame We used planed softwood, 2.1m x 74mm x 18mm for the frame and 2.1m x 50mm x 18mm for the front axle. The king pins for the steering will be M10 x 10...By: GarethMorris

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 6 Sep 2013 16:10:57 PDTMakedo Piggy Bankhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Piggy-Bank/
Makedo Piggy Bank - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/WJUG/HJKC2WOW/F3AWJUGHJKC2WOW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/WJUG/HJKC2WOW/F3AWJUGHJKC2WOW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/WJUG/HJKC2WOW/F3AWJUGHJKC2WOW.SMALL.jpgmakedo-ableThis money saving Piggy Bank is lots of fun to make and helpful for saving your coins for something special. We created our Piggy Bank out of recycled materials and Makedo parts available at mymakedo.com. Gather materials To make this piggybank you need to gather 9 Makedo Re-clips, 2 Lock-hinges,...By: makedo-able